Kolkata-Style Prawn Malai Curry With Steamed Rice Recipe

About this recipe

A luxurious and creamy prawn curry infused with coconut milk and aromatic spices, served with fragrant steamed rice for a hearty lunch.

Ingredients

• 10 pcs Prawns
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 500 g Onion
• 100 g Garlic
• loose Ginger
• 250g Green Chilli
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 50 g Cumin Powder
• - Coriander Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 500 g Sugar
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Wash the prawns thoroughly and marinate them with turmeric powder and salt for 10 minutes.
2. 2. Heat mustard oil in a pan and lightly fry the prawns until golden, then set aside.
3. 3. In the same pan, sauté finely chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until aromatic and golden brown.
4. 4. Add the green chilies, cumin powder, coriander powder, and a pinch of sugar. Stir well for 2 minutes.
5. 5. Pour the coconut milk into the pan, mix thoroughly, and bring to a simmer.
6. 6. Return the fried prawns to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until they absorb the flavors.
7. 7. Meanwhile, rinse the basmati rice and cook it in boiling water until fluffy. Drain and keep warm.
8. 8. Adjust the curry's seasoning with salt, ensuring the balance of flavors.
9. 9. Serve the prawn malai curry hot alongside the steamed rice.